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Mexican Weeping Bamboo

Otatea acuminata, Poaceae

Zones
8–11
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Growing Conditions

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Mexican HeatherCuphea hyssopifolia
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Zulu BambooThamnocalamus tessellatus

Bamboo species compete for rhizome expansion space and soil nutrients

Common Questions

What zones does Mexican Weeping Bamboo grow in?

Mexican Weeping Bamboo grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Mexican Weeping Bamboo?

Good companions for Mexican Weeping Bamboo include Mexican Heather.

Design guilds with Mexican Weeping Bamboo and see companion relationships visually.

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